Climbing Arborist - Outdoor Tree Care & Advancement

The Davey Tree Expert Company; Hicksville (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

401(k) match

Health plan

Employee referral bonus

Stock purchase options

Scholarship program

Job summary

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Hicksville, NY is seeking a Trimmer to support our greenspace maintenance teams. This on-site role involves trimming and removing trees, pruning, and using climbing systems to access branches.

You will work with a crew, follow safety protocols and operate equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. The position offers opportunities for advancement within a large, employee-owned company.

Qualifications

• Outdoor work is required and preferred.
• Forestry, horticulture, or landscaping background is helpful.
• Must complete Davey Tree Trimmer Orientation on hire.
• CPR/First Aid and defensive driving training on hire.
• Licenses or certificates for pesticides may be required by state law.

Responsibilities

• Climb trees using DdRT/MRS or SRT/SRS systems as trained.
• Work with ground crew and crew leader as an active team member.
• Perform pruning and removal safely and skillfully for clients.
• Maintain and operate chainsaws, chippers, aerial lifts and related tools.

Skills

Love of outdoors

Work at heights

Forestry background

Education

Davey Trimmer Orientation Program

First Aid + CPR training

Defensive driving course

Pesticide licenses (state)

Job description

The Davey Tree Expert Company in Hicksville, NY is seeking a Trimmer to support our greenspace maintenance teams. This on-site role involves trimming and removing trees, pruning, and using climbing systems to access branches.

You will work with a crew, follow safety protocols and operate equipment such as chainsaws, chippers, and aerial lifts. The position offers opportunities for advancement within a large, employee-owned company.